December 1, 2025

Deadly Asia Floods Kill Over 1,000 in Four Countries

Floods and landslides in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia have killed more than 1,000 people. Rescue teams and military forces race to find survivors as waters begin to recede in some areas.

December 1, 2025

SC Flags Pressure on Anganwadi Workers for Tamil Nadu Voter List Update

The Supreme Court raised concerns over Anganwadi workers forced into Booth Level Officer work under threat of jail and job loss during Tamil Nadu’s voter list update. The court will address the issue soon as deaths linked to electoral work mount across states.

December 1, 2025

Thane Court Acquits Seven in 2019 Cable Godown Dacoity Case Over Weak Evidence

A Thane court on November 26, 2025, acquitted seven men charged under MCOCA in a 2019 cable company dacoity case. The court found prosecution evidence weak and unreliable. Key eyewitnesses’ testimonies and identification parade were rejected, leading to the full acquittal.

December 1, 2025

Aid Cuts in Africa Threaten HIV Fight: Rising Infections and Service Gaps Reported

Cuts in US, UK, and European aid have hurt HIV prevention and treatment across Africa. UNAids warns of 3.3 million more infections by 2030. Key clinics and services are closing, leaving vulnerable groups exposed.

December 1, 2025

TGA Adds Mental Health and Contraception Warnings for Diabetes and Weight Loss Drugs

Australia’s TGA warns of suicidal thoughts with popular diabetes and weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro. It also advises women on Mounjaro to use extra contraception precautions.